Our Final SXSW 2011 Buzz Power Rankings: So, Who Do You Think Came Out on Top?

Gossip, gossip -- if you've been following our daily powerrankings of buzzat SXSW 2011 over the past few days, then you know that, yes, indeed, Kanye West has had it all week long at this year's annual festival in Austin.

But that, even, was just a microcosm of how things went at this year's festival: Hip-hop very much reigned supreme at this year's festival -- an indication, maybe, that hip-hop has completed its transition into full-on pop. After all, Kanye and Odd Future were hardly alone in their slots as the most talked-about artists at this year's fest. Aside from earlier performances in the week from the likes of Wu-Tang Clan, Erykah Badu, Yelawolf and others, Saturday night saw surprise appearances from hip-hop legends LL Cool J, Snoop Dogg and Warren G, and, in a surprise turn, even Diddy.

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On that note, we must warn, our final buzz power rankings for SXSW 2011 are quite hip-hop heavy. Hit the jump to see the top 30 buzz power rankings in full.

1. Kanye WestOh, like you're surprised?2. DiddyHis Fader Fort appearance on Saturday night was maybe the biggest surprise of the festival. His supposed on-stage anointing of Odd Future as the future of hip-hop, not so much.3. Odd FuturePersonally, I got quite the kick out of the fact that their official Billboard showcase last night only last ten minutes. After seeing the collective perform earlier in the week to ridiculously hyped-up crowds, their crowd at Buffalo Billiards was every bit as tame in comparison as they complained about it being. They really did deserve better from the industry types in attendance, who seemed more intimidated by their offerings than willing to actually give it a chance.4. James Blake By far the biggest non-hip-hop buzzing act at this year's festival.5. Jay-ZThe biggest rap superstar in the world scored mostly because, unlike Kanye and Diddy, he didn't feel compelled to make a big deal out of his appearance. The definition of swag.6, Death From Above 1979The seminal Toronto-based dance-punk outfit's "secret" reunion show last night at Beauty Bar's patio was primed to be a big deal regardless. The mayhem that ensued at the showcase -- which found Austin police (on horses) storming the grounds -- made for an even bigger one.7. Snoop Dogg and Warren GThe same week that their friend and collaborator Nate Dogg prematurely passed, these legendary G-funkers descended upon Austin to pay homage to their fallen friend.8. LL Cool J and Z-TripThe legendary rapper and iconic turntablist's on-stage collaboration was quick, only lasting a few songs and maybe 10 or so minutes, but the duo's fiery display was an intense one. Even better? They promised during their set to have more collaborations together in the future.9. The StrokesWhen it came to SXSW, the Strokes had their own Angles.10. TV On The RadioSee: The Strokes.11. Lil BIt was, after all, during the Based God's set at Fader Fort that Diddy made his surprise appearance.12. RadioheadThe biggest no-show at SXSW, especially after all the forced secret show rumors.13. Smith WesternsEasily the most impressive underage outfit at the festival not named Odd Future.14. Toro y MoiProof that chillwave isn't dead.15. Foo FightersThe best-received set of SXSWi remained the talk of SXSW's music portion.16. Big BoiWho needs Andre 3000?17. Gayngs

The biggest supergroup in Austin, both literally and figuratively.18. Queens of the Stone AgeA new album on the way?19. Wu-Tang ClanEven with only five members in tow, they still drew among the biggest crowds SXSW 2011 saw all week long.20. Okkervil RiverOne more time with feeling: New album, home town, blah blah blah.21. Jack WhiteWhen people weren't talking about his surprise appearance, they were talking up his mobile record store, the Third World Records Truck.22. Erykah BaduShe never had a full-on performance, but remained the talk of the town, thanks to her Thursday night DJ set, her cameo during Wu-Tang's set and her Friday night cameo during fellow music video strippers Matt & Kim's Fader Fort set.23. The Black LipsIt's the mid '00s all over again!24. Big K.R.I.T.His fiery Saturday night official showcase was awesome -- and came before an impressive audience that included recent much-hyped hip-hop acts The Cool Kids and Asher Roth25. YelawolfThug life.

26. YuckProof, along with Smith Westerns, that the '90s are back.27. Surfer BloodDid they play more shows at this year's SXSW or last year's? Does it matter?28. The KillsWould probably higher if Alison Mosshart was playing with White in Dead Weather this week, but, still, not a bad showing.29. Janelle MonaeCharacter-approved by TV's USA network.30. Wiz KhalifaYou know what it is.